Meet the importer - wine tasting!!!

 

Wine tasting with importer Sheena of Vine-Direct
Open house wine tasting!
Great chance to meet the importer and learn about their great wines from the person that knows the most about them!

Where: The Wine and Cheese Place - KIRKWOOD
TODAY - Saturday July 20th from 1pm-3pm 

Here is what we plan on tasting

• Pineraie Cahors
• Domaine Nugues Beaujolais Rose
• Chateau Fontana Bordeaux
• Cedric Bardin Sancerre
• Tramier Macon
• E. Traber Pinot Noir
• Heritage Familial Rouge 

(we have a lot of wines to choose from, list subject to change)

Fernet Branca Limited Edition Bottle

Same great Fernet Branca, LIMITED EDITION BOTTLE

Fernet Branca Amara Limited Edition Bottle.....$33.99
Colours, aromas, flavours and … properties! The Fernet-Branca recipe is a special journey through the 27 herbs, roots and spices of its special secret and one of a kind formula.
Every single herb represents a distinct universe, experience and discovery.

William Russell Ross Bourbon

Johnny Dean Ross Full Proof Bourbon.....$49.99
51.63% Corn, 29.37% Rye, 11.44% Wheat, 7.56% Malt. 

Full Proof Bourbon

111 Proof

John Chester Ross & Sons KC Whiskey is named for founder Shane Veritasi’s grandfather who “drove a taxi” for political boss Tom Pendergast in Kansas City during prohibition. He famously “never took a fare but made a lot of stops.” Johnny Dean Ross, named after John Chester’s son, has a nose of butterscotch, hazelnut, caramel, toasted oak, clove and cinnamon. A smooth palate with dominant oak, and a bit of spice on the pleasant finish.

William Russell Ross Bourbon....$43.99
92 proof
Mash Bill

• 51.63% Corn
• 29.37 Rye
• 11.44% Wheat
• 7.56 Malt

Blended MGP juice from 6-8 year old barrels - bought, blended and bottled by House of Veritasi, Lee Summit Missouri

Wellspent Brewing

New from Wellspent

Wellspent Brewing Eternal Summer Slacking Kolsch...$10.99 / 4pk 16oz cans
4.6% ABV

German Kolsch brewed with organic popcorn and bittered with traditional German hops.

Wellspent Brewing Come Dancing Cold IPA...$12.99 / 4pk 16oz cans
7.2% ABV

IPA brewed with Lager yeast and hopped with Mosaic, El Dorado, and Amarillo hops

Narrow Gauge Theodore Rex Hazy Imperial IPA

Theodore Rex Hazy IPA from Narrow Gauge!!!

Jeff Hardesty of Narrow Gauge has created a special beer for The Wine and Cheese Place!
We are expanding our Theodore Rex line with one of the best brewers in the world, Jeff Hardesty

Last call!! We have less than 5 cases total in all of our stores!! 

Narrow Gauge Theodore Rex Hazy Imperial IPA...$4.99 / 16oz can
Narrow Gauge Theodore Rex Hazy Imperial IPA...$18.99 / 4pk 16oz cans

8.0% ABV
"Hazy Imperial IPA whirlpooled and dry hopped with El Dorado, Motueka, Riwaka, and Strata.
We did brew this batch using pilsner malt as the base along with oats and wheat to give it a lighter color." -- Jeff Hardesty

Foursquare Rum Distillery Equipoise 14 Year Single Blended Rum

Foursquare Rum - Equipoise 14 Year Old Rum

We scored 24 more bottles today!!!

"The top-ranked rum, winning 99/100 points, was R.L. Seale (Barbados), FourSquare 14 YO Equipoise Rum, 61% ABV. Seale won three of the seven Double Gold medals at the 2024 IWSC judging. If there was any doubt that Foursquare is one of the best rum producers on the planet, its impressive results at the IWSC judging should settle the matter." - Forbes
Read more in Forbes

 

Foursquare Equipoise...$137.99 / 750ml

• Cask type: ex-bourbon and ex-calvados
• Cask aging: 14 years
• Distillation: Pot and column blend
• Released: October 2023
• 61% ABV |122 Proof

2011 Foursquare Rum Ex Bourbon 12 Year Old...$112.99
60% ABV
Limited release single blended aged rum produced by Foursquare Distillery in Barbados
Distilled from molasses by Master Distiller & Master Blender, Richard Seale
Aged 12 years in ex-bourbon barrels
No added sugar, coloring, or other additives

2021 Catena Zapata Adriana Vineyard White Stones Chardonnay

2021 Catena Zapata Adriana Vineyard White Stones Chardonnay...$143.99
"... one of the finest whites in Argentina: "The term 'white stones' refers to the composition of said rows of soil, with white oval stones covered by gravel. The vineyard 'Adrianna' is planted at an altitude of almost 1,500 meters above sea level, in the district of Gualtallary in Tupungato. The stony soil prevents deep root growth, providing optimum drainage. These soils are very poor in organic matter and contribute to support vines' permanent stress conditions. The cool nights allow for very slow ripening, optimal acid retention and low yields." This is serious and tasty. 7,300 bottles produced."
Rated 98/100 The Wine Advocate
A very mineral, flinty chardonnay full of wet stones, lime and some green fruit. Austere and chalky on the medium-bodied palate, really transparent and elegant with super bright and beautifully integrated acidity. Pure, linear and long. Drink or hold.
Rated 98/100 James Suckling

Mijenta Tequila Reposado Cristalino

In stock now at Forsyth now and online for transfers

Mijenta Tequila Reposado Cristalino...$94.99
Compare to $119.99 at Total Wine and More
Mijenta Blanco aged for eight months in oak barrels custom-cured for 36 months is the foundation of this wildly unique 80 proof expression with a perfume of cocoa powder, toffee, apple, and white pepper lime. The elegant liquid elongates on the palate with broad, generous waves of spice, coffee, and earth. Its lively mineral complexity brings cooked agave, coconut, clove, and a distinct echo of fruity oak into sharp focus.
Rated 98/100 The Tasting Panel

No additives but uses color filtration

Ayinger Oktober Fest-Marzen

 

Ayinger Oktober Fest-Marzen...$3.99 / 500ml bottle
Bavarians have been celebrating the harvest with beer festivals since before the 1400s. Märzen is brewed in March to be ready for the September and October beer festivals.
Taste: Rich, golden color. Slightly sweet, malty nose. Medium to big body and alcohol. Soft dryness from long maturation.

13th Colony Cask Strength Southern Bourbon 2024 Limited Release

sold out now

13th Colony Cask Strength Southern Bourbon 2024 Limited Release...$89.99
2024 Limited RELEASE
Cask Strength Southern Bourbon
Bottled at 120.64 Proof
Aged 5-6 Years
Batch 2024
7,407 Total Bottles (2x More Bottles than other Specialty Releases)
70% Corn, 21% Rye & 9% Malted Barley

 

Remus Reserve Babe Ruth Reserve Bourbon

Remus Reserve Babe Ruth Reserve Bourbon...$199.99


HE BAMBINO MEETS THE BOOTLEGGER.
INTRODUCING REMUS BABE RUTH RESERVE.
Remus Bourbon is proud to announce an official partnership with the Babe Ruth Family that has culminated in the release of Remus Babe Ruth Reserve, a special collector’s bourbon inspired by perhaps the greatest icon of the Roaring 20s, the immortal Babe Ruth.

Aged for 6-7 years and 111 proof, Remus Babe Ruth Reserve leads off with brown sugar and fig on the nose. On the first sip, slight mint and brown sugar step up, followed by candied pecans, slight fennel and rye spice. The Remus Babe Ruth Reserve experience closes out with rye spice and cinnamon.

Remus Babe Ruth Reserve also pays homage to the Sultan of Swat with a medley of 3 mash bills, inspired by Babe’s legendary #3, along with a total of 10,624 bottles available – one for each of his plate appearances.
Want to see what the Babe did in a plate appearance or game? Visit our Remus Babe Ruth Reserve bottle search page and find out.

You can search your bottle number and see what Babe Ruth hit during that plate appearance!

2nd Shift Oktoberfest Marzen Lager

2nd Shift Oktoberfest Marzen Lager...$8.99 / 4pk 16oz cans

We've always wanted to brew a traditional Märzen style lager, so we did!  So grab your favorite friend and do a little Schuhplattler.

Amber in color, with crisp nutty caramel, biscuit & floral notes - what a delight!

5% abv

Friday Tasting at Spirit Wine and Craft

 

This Friday, July 19th from 4-6pm at Spirit Wine & Craft

Join us for a Bloody Mary, Bloody Maria, and tequila tasting!

Thomas from Vintegrity will be here pouring free samples

• The Real Dill Bloody Mary Mix with Wodka Polish Vodka
• The Real Dill Bloody Maria with Arette Blanco Tequila
• Lagrimas Plata Tequila
• Lagrimas Reposado Tequila

All 3 tequilas are certified Additive Free by Tequila Matchmaker

Tequila Tasting with Shannon Behen at The Wine and Cheese Place Town & Country!

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Tasting!
This Saturday July 20th from 1pm-3pm
The Wine and Cheese Place Town & Country
195 Lamp & Lantern Village 63107
Look what our friend Shannon Behnen is pouring this Saturday from 1 -3pm at The Wine and Cheese Place Town & Country!!!! 

What a great lineup, thank you Shannon!! 

come see us!

Fondillon Luis XIV

More in stock from this amazing producer!!

Wines like no other!

Fondillon Luis XIV is made by Colección de Toneles Centenarios.
Colección de Toneles Centenarios is a newly created winery (2019), based on an interesting find: the barrel room of the Ferrero winery, an old winery that produced Fondillón wine, located in the town of Cañada (Alto Vinalopó), Alicante. Twenty-five old casks were forgotten there for over 60 years. They are launching some extremely old and also extremely expensive wines. The family still has 25 hectares of vineyards, from which they have resumed producing wines destined to produce Fondillón from 2017. This is a joint venture with Vins del Comtat. 

Fondillón is a rare and very prestigious wine. There are only 10 certified wineries and there are no cheap Fondillón.

Fondillon Luis XIV Alicante 25 Year Old....$109.99

• CASK NAME: Saboners.
• AGEING: Aged more than 25 years (single barrel).
• TYPE OF WOOD: 19th-century American oak barrels
• CASK SIZE: 70 “cántaros valencianos” (805 liters) and 600 liter “pipas” barrels

"Fondillón is an extraordinary treasure of Alicante, a rare product, made from late harvest, non-botrytised grapes, unfortified, but with a final alcohol of no less than 16%. Intense, aged, but not sweet (deliciously not more than 45g/l). Fab with cheese or dark chocolate. The wines have to be a minimum of 10 years; this release is more than 25 years. The project is a revival by David Carbonell of Vins del Comtat and two local families. Very limited quantities. - Sarah Jane Evans MW"
Rated 95/100 Decanter Magazine

Fondillon Luis XIV Alicante 50 Year Old....$399.99

100% Monastrell (Mourvedre)

From Alicante Spain

• CASK NAME: Saboners.
• AGEING: Aged more than 50 years (single barrel).
• TYPE OF WOOD: 19th-century American oak barrels
• CASK SIZE: 70 “cántaros valencianos” (805 litros).

"The NV Fondillón Luis XIV has the subtitle Edad Superior a 50 años (over 50 years old), and it's a dark mahogany, bottled from a single barrel that has the specific profile of a very old wine greatly concentrated by age, which tends to make it similar to other very old and concentrated wines, be it a Mediterranean rancio or a very old Moscatel. It has notes of bitter chocolate, coconut and iodine, carob beans (algarroba) and some bittersweet sensations. It's dense and concentrated, and the palate is pungent, with very intense flavors and a bitter twist in the finish. This has 16.3% alcohol, 6.45 grams of acidity and 34 grams of sugar, but it comes through as very dry. The wine is long and extraordinary, but it just doesn't have any Fondillón character after decades of concentration by evaporation. The price is ludicrous. Only 435 half-liter bottles were filled in December 2019.
Rated 95/100 The Wine Advocate

Weldwerks Brewing Co.

 

We are excited to introduce WeldWerks to St. Louis!!!

WeldWerks Brewing Co. Paloma Imperial Sour Ale...$17.99 / 4pk 16oz cans

WeldWerks Brewing Co. Paloma Imperial Sour Ale...$4.79 / 16oz can

Sour ale with Grapefruit Syrup, Lime Juice, Agave, & Sea Salt.

7.5% abv

WeldWerks Brewing Co. Orange Creamsicle Sour...$16.99 / 4pk 16oz cans

WeldWerks Brewing Co. Orange Creamsicle Sour...$4.49 / 16oz can

Sour Ale With Vanilla, Orange Juice, and Milk Sugar

4.2% ABV

WeldWerks Brewing Co. Tropical Lighting DIPA..$18.99 / 4pk 16oz cans

WeldWerks Brewing Co. Tropical Lighting DIPA...$4.99 / 16oz can

Hazy Double India Pale Ale

8.2% abv

WeldWerks Brewing Co. Juicy Bits IPA..$15.99 / 4pk 16oz cans

WeldWerks Brewing Co. Juicy Bits IPA...$4.19 / 16oz can

Our flagship IPA features a huge citrus and tropical fruit hop character from the Mosaic, Citra & El Dorado hops and softer, smoother mouthfeel from the adjusted water chemistry, higher protein malts, and lower attenuation. The end result is a beer reminiscent of citrus juice with extra pulp, thus the name Juicy Bits

6.7% abv

2021 Quilceda Creek Cabernet Sauvignon Columbia Valley

2021 Quilceda Creek Cabernet Sauvignon Columbia Valley....$233.99
The flagship 2021 Cabernet Sauvignon Columbia Valley is 100% Cabernet Sauvignon (90% from Champoux Vineyard and 10% from Mach One Vineyard) raised all in new barrels. It's slightly deeper hued than the CVR and has a stunning nose of blackcurrants, smoked tobacco, toasted spices, and graphite with a beautiful varietal, herbal undertone that comes through with time in the glass. Deep, rich, full-bodied, and velvety textured, this thrilling Washington State Cabernet Sauvignon will benefit from 4-5 years of bottle age and evolve for two decades. This is unquestionably up with the greatest vintages of this cuvée ever made.
Rated 100/100 Jeb Dunnuck
The 2021 Cabernet Sauvignon erupts with a classic Quilceda Creek expression. A big, bold and boisterous wine, it presents a fresh, juicy attack with gobs of succulent, ripe, fresh fruit tones complemented by plenty of oak essences. The palate is full-bodied, fresh, layered and complex, showcasing balanced acidity and fine-grained tannins. The elongated finish suggests that while it can be enjoyed now, patience will be generously rewarded with additional years in the cellar. However, keeping your hands off this gorgeous wine will take a lot of self-discipline. The wine aged for 20 months in 100% French oak. 65,520 bottles produced.
Rated 98+/100 The Wine Advocate
Rated 98/100 James Suckling

Crown Royal Single Malt Whiskey

 

Crown Royal Single Malt Whiskey...$52.99 / 750ml

Compare to $53.99 at Total Wine and More

45% ALC/VOL

Crown Royal Single Malt trailblazes a new category of Canadian single malt offerings, delivering a unique liquid cut from the cold.  Crafted from 100% malted barley grains and distilled in copper, this high-quality spirit is harnessed in the chill of the Canadian territory where it's barreled and aged delicately, allowing the spirit a uniquely smooth taste, boasting inviting flavors and a smooth finish. Elevating moments of significance, Crown Royal Single Malt emerges as the quintessential companion for life's special occasions. Whether enjoyed neat or over ice, its exquisite profile promises an unforgettable indulgence, resonating with the discerning palate of whisky enthusiasts seeking unparalleled quality and craftsmanship.

AROMA: Creamy vanilla and fruity banana aroma with hints of caramel, apple and baking spices

TASTE: Vanilla and creamy, light hints of banana and nuts with a warming cinnamon spice finish

FINISH: Moderate spicy linger

Unibroue La Fin Du Monde in Cans

 

First time in CANS!!!

Unibroue La Fin Du Monde...$12.99 / 4pk 16oz cans

This rich and sophisticated golden tripel has earned several international titles thanks to its refined taste marked by notes of grains, fruit and spice, supported by a slight bitterness.It is a tribute to Quebec, the land encountered by 16th-century French explorers who thought they’d reached the end of the world.

9% ABV

Elijah Craig Bourbon Toasted Barrel

Limited - online now for reservations

Elijah Craig Bourbon Toasted Barrel....$48.99

Compare to $58.99 at Total Wine and More
Twice barreled for added complexity, Toasted Barrel takes our award-winning Small Batch Bourbon to new heights. After it's fully matured, we finish this Bourbon in a second, custom toasted new oak barrel, where it’s left to develop even more sweet oak flavor.

Narrow Gauge Theodore Rex Hazy Imperial IPA

Theodore Rex Hazy IPA from Narrow Gauge!!!

Jeff Hardesty of Narrow Gauge has created a special beer for The Wine and Cheese Place!
We are expanding our Theodore Rex line with one of the best brewers in the world, Jeff Hardesty of Narrow Gauge. Jeff has led the charge for Hazy IPA in St. Louis.


We are excited to announce this exclusive beer for 

• The Wine and Cheese Place
• Spirit Wine and Craft

COMING SOON!

Release date had to be pushed back - we will update as we know more

Scheduled to be released this week

 - we will update when we know for certain

Narrow Gauge

Theodore Rex Hazy Imperial IPA ---- 4pk cans

8.0% ABV
"Hazy Imperial IPA whirlpooled and dry hopped with El Dorado, Motueka, Riwaka, and Strata.
We did brew this batch using pilsner malt as the base along with oats and wheat to give it a lighter color." -- Jeff Hardesty

Four Roses / TWCP Single Barrel OESF 11 Year Old

We got a very nice older barrel of Four Roses!!!!

WRC emails have started going out - 

 ------more emails will be coming

Four Roses / TWCP Single Barrel OESF 11 Year Old...$109.99
Another stunning barrel --
Mash Bill: OESF
Age : 11 Years 2 months!

122.2 proof!

Warehouse NS

Barrel 90-4U

This is our first OESF Barrel!!!!


OESF - Info from Four Roses
OESF was in one Limited-Edition 4 Roses bottling.... 2014 Limited Edition Single Barrel – and good luck getting your hands on one of those. -- Four Roses Website


HERBS AND MINT
Well, we all knew this day would come yet it’s still a little bittersweet. It seems like just yesterday we set out to profile each of the 10 recipes we use to craft our award-winning Bourbons.

In case you’re just joining us, a little background: Four Roses takes a different approach to making Bourbon. We were the first distillery to combine five proprietary yeast strains with two different mashbills to create 10 distinct Bourbon recipes. We then use these recipes – either individually or in blends – to create an endless array of Bourbon flavors. As we often say, it’s part art, part science, and all love.

Over the past year we’ve been highlighting our recipes one by one, explaining their composition, flavor profiles, and how they contribute to our small batch Bourbons. It’s hard to believe, but today, we reach our tenth and final recipe profile: Ladies and gentlemen, meet OESF.

As its recipe code denotes, OESF is made by combining Mashbill E with the F yeast strain. As a reminder, Mashbill E is our “bright grains” mashbill, whereas its counterpart Mashbill B is more rye-forward. To give you a better idea of how OESF tastes and performs in blends, here’s a breakdown from our Master Distiller, Brent Elliott:

The F yeast strain is very unique with the herbal and minty character that it develops through fermentation. Because of the ability of these unique flavors to influence the final flavor of a blend, it has been used for years in Four Roses Bourbon at a low level to add dimension and layers of complexity. In OBSF, which employs our rye-forward mashbill, the F characteristics and rye flavors enhance one another with somewhat similar characteristics. In the OESF, however, the clean, herbal character of the yeast strain is less influenced by the rye, allowing the flavors of the yeast to be more apparent and meld elegantly with the mellow grain notes.

2022 RouteStock Chardonnay

 

2022 RouteStock Chardonnay...$19.99 / 750ml

This wine has a brilliant light straw color and enticing aromas of raw hazelnuts, wild sage, and pear. The flavors are bright and lively with an impressive range of pear, oregano, nuts, and a delightful hint of French oak. These elements come together to create a complex, inviting, and seductive wine with a long and satisfying finish. -- winery

Dense, ripe fruit flavors pack a big punch in this full-bodied, generous and complex wine. Toasted oak meets vivid lemon, pear and apple notes braced by tangy acidity that keeps it refreshing. Great both before and with dinner.

Rated 91 / 100 Wine Enthusiast

2014 Chateau Coutet Premier Cru Barsac

2014 Chateau Coutet Premier Cru Barsac...$69.99 / 750ml
Powered by intense botrytis, this wine is opulent and ripe, with spice, yellow fruit and honey flavors. It has just the right balance of acidity to maintain its shape and proportions. It's likely to age well over many years. Drink from 2024.
Rated 97/100 The Wine Enthusiast
This shows the vivid, racy side of Barsac, with streaming flavors of pineapple, yellow apple, green plum and white ginger, displaying lovely energy from start to finish. Ends with enough honeysuckle and orange blossom notes to balance the richness. Best from 2020 through 2035. 4,000 cases made.
Rated 96/100 The Wine Spectator
Rated 95/100 The Wine Advocate